If you’re a workaholic you might recognize taurine as an ingredient in the energy drink you picked up at the local convenience store. If you’re a pro athlete you might recognize taurine as one of the energy-enhancing supplements provided by your team...
A new study from Spain has shown that L-carnitine supplementation can aid muscle damage and speed up recovery after exercise. The researchers noted the results are especially effective for test subjects who are already deficient in L-carnitine. The study, a review of...
In recent years sales of Vitamin K skyrocketed as consumers become more aware of the vitamin’s “blood, bone and brain” benefits; however, Canadian researchers have identified a new role for Vitamin K: protection against diabetes. The discovery was...
According to the findings of a new study from Iran, using garlic powder as a prebiotic supplement decreases the cardiovascular risks associated with metabolic syndrome. A person is considered to have metabolic syndrome when they are diagnosed with a combination of any...
During the past decade a number of studies have made headlines after establishing a link between cell phone use and brain tumors. While detractors are still arguing over the methodology and conclusions of these studies, new research is highlighting a completely...
A new study from UK’s University of Birmingham is reinforcing just how important antioxidants are for good health—and how detrimental processed foods are. In this case the research relates to healthy pregnancies. The researchers found a diet rich in fruit,...
